(ANIMAL SPECIES) Scientists discover tens of thousands of species every year, which means tens of thousands of new animal names must be generated. This naming privilege is given to the identifying scientist, who can draw from quite a wide spectrum for inspiration. Check out some of these animal species whose names may sound familiar to you. — Global Animal
(ANIMAL RIGHTS) French food banks are receiving harsh criticism from displeased animal rights supporters after receiving meat from bulls killed in bullfights. Activists such as Thierry Hely, spokesman for France’s FLAC anti-bullfighting association, condemn the food banks acceptance of the meat, which came from “particularly revolting suffering.” This argument over meat allotment should not overshadow the underlying matter: bullfighting. This inhumane and despicable form of entertainment inflicts suffering on the animals involved and should be put to an end. Read on to learn more about this recent controversy. — Global Animal
(CELEBRITY NEWS) Animal advocate and professional rockstar Brian May plans to perform at Wildlife Rocks, a concert event that will raise support and awareness for animal rights issues. The Queen guitarist is certainly doing his part to help animals and current preservation efforts, and his work shouldn’t go unnoticed. Read more to learn about the upcoming concert and May’s personal efforts, including his own campaign and animal refuge center. — Global Animal
(LIFE WITH PETS) Dogs prove to be more than just a man’s best friend as they are now becoming viable companions to have in the office. According to researchers, a dog’s presence can relieve stress, heighten work satisfaction, and improve collaboration amongst colleagues. Bringing a dog to work provides tremendous value and benefits for both the owner and fellow coworkers, and we encourage more workplaces to follow this lead. — Global Animal
(ANIMAL CONSERVATION) Online dating websites match all types of singles together, even animals! Zoos in the U.S. now utilize a comprehensive, digital program that disperses information regarding animals who are available to breed. The database provides a plethora of information that can improve the success of breeding various species held in captivity. This new technology is an innovate and major step forward in conservation efforts made by zoos. Read on to learn more about this program and its encouraging results. — Global Animal
(FARM ANIMALS) The French produce some of the finest wines in the world and now their local cattle get to enjoy. After learning the merits of keeping happy livestock, a French farmer decided to give his cattle a generous dosing of wine in hopes of yielding better meat. This almost toxic diet may turn the meat into a delicacy, but it does little to improve the life of the cows, who are still slaughtered at a higher price for both the farmer and consumer. Read on for this new, unsavory technique in the French farming industry. — Global Animal
(ANIMAL STUDY) Research conducted in Finland provides yet another reason why pets are a great addition to a family. According to the recent study, infants living in homes with pets are less likely to have health-related problems than those living without. While the exact reasoning for this correlation remains uncertain, the unprecedented findings shines a new light onto our relationship with animals. — Global Animal
(CELEBRITY NEWS) INDIA — Activists hoping to end animal testing now have an infamous ally helping their cause. Paul McCartney recently announced his support for the Be Cruelty-Free campaign in India to stop animal testing for cosmetic products across the world. Test animals face a disturbing existence that’s filled with pain, poisoning, loneliness, and likely ends in euthanization. PETA estimates 100 million animals succumb to appalling tests, and the experiment results are often faulty and useless. Follow McCartney’s lead by supporting similar campaigns or simply become aware of this issue and what you can do to help! Read on to learn about the campaign and its goals to put a stop to animal testing. — Global Animal
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